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Revenue Model

Definition

The framework that defines how your business generates money, whether through one-time sales, subscriptions, licensing, advertising, commissions, or a combination.

Why it matters

Your revenue model determines how predictable, scalable, and resilient your income is. Choosing the right model affects everything from pricing to growth strategy.

Example

A creator monetises through three revenue models: course sales (one-time), community membership (subscription), and brand deals (variable).

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